Clyford

English

"lives near the ford by the cliff"

Clyford Origin and Meaning

The name Clyford is a boy's name.

Clyford is an uncommon masculine name with Anglo-Saxon roots. It appears to be a variation or combination of names like Clifford (meaning 'ford by a cliff') and possibly Clyde (a Scottish river name). This distinctive name has never been widely used, remaining extremely rare in naming records throughout the English-speaking world. Clyford has a strong, traditional sound that evokes images of English countryside and heritage. The name projects reliability and steadfastness, qualities associated with traditional masculine virtues. Parents might choose Clyford for its unique quality while still maintaining connections to more familiar traditional names.